Lot 0054
Russian Enamel Beaker with a “Sadko” Scene by Sazikov
Estimate: 2000-3000€
A Russian silver-gilt and lacquered enamel beaker, the cylindrical body decorated with a finely painted scene from the epic tale of Sadko, the legendary Novgorod merchant and gusli player who journeyed to the underwater kingdom. Maker’s mark of Timofey Keskes, who also collaborated with the renowned Sazikov firm. St. Petersburg, 1891.
Height: 10.6 cm
Weight: 130 g
The Sazikov Firm was founded in Moscow in 1793 by Pavel Fedorovich Sazikov, a silversmith and merchant. In 1810 he opened a factory and shop for silverware, later inherited by his son Ignaty Pavlovich Sazikov (1793–1868), who became one of the most distinguished jewelers of mid-19th century Russia. Under his leadership, the firm expanded production, introduced specialization of labor, modern equipment, and created a training department for young craftsmen. He also invited prominent artists and sculptors, such as Ivan Vitali and Pyotr Klodt, to design models.
By the mid-19th century, Sazikov was considered among the finest Russian jewelers and a pioneer of the national style in decorative arts. The firm earned numerous gold medals at Russian industrial exhibitions (1835–1865), as well as international acclaim, including a gold medal and the Order of the Legion of Honor at the 1851 London and 1867 Paris World Exhibitions. Sazikov’s works in small-scale sculpture on Russian themes became especially famous.
After Ignaty’s death in 1868, the firm was managed by his sons Sergei, Pavel, and Valentin, with branches in both Moscow and St. Petersburg, until 1887, when the business was sold to Ivan Khlebnikov’s firm.
Starting price: 1500€
Estimate: 2000-3000€
Hammer Price: UNSOLD€
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